ADIC 2 user manual

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FastStor 2
Installing or Removing a Barcode Reader
A barcode reader enables your FastStor 2 autoloader to read tape cartridge information contained in
barcode labels attached to data cartridges. The barcode becomes part of the information stored in the
application software.
Contents
Page Topic
1 What’s in the Box?
1 Tools Required
2 Installing a Barcode Reader
5 Removing a Barcode Reader
6 Contacting ADIC
What’s in the Box?
The following items are included in your barcode reader kit.
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Installing a Barcode Reader Use the following instructions to install the barcode reader to the rear of the autoloader unit. Use Figure 1 as a reference. Figure 1 Installing a Barcode Reader 1 Turn off your autoloader and remove the SCSI cable(s) from the rear panel, and then disconnect the power cord from the outlet. 2 The cover plate is on the rear panel of the autoloader. Using a flat blade screwdriver, remove the cover plate and store it in a secure locations for future use. Save the sc

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All barcode labels are applied to the front of the cartridge. Depending on the media type, barcode labels are either stickers that are adhered to the front of the tape cartridge or cutouts that you slide into an indentation on the front of the cartridge. • Peel off the label and place it on the cartridge. Verify that label is oriented so the numbers appear right-side up and above the barcode. See Figure 2 and Figure 3. Figure 2 LTO Cartridge Barcode Placemen Be careful not to apply barcode la

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Figure 3 Super DLTtape Cartridge Barcode Placement Configuring the Barcode Reader Your host system senses the presence of the barcode reader at power-up and enables the barcode read function. The application software can start scanning barcode labels as soon as the autoloader is powered- up. 4 FastStor 2 Installing or Removing a Barcode Reader

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Removing a Barcode Reader Use the following instructions to remove a barcode reader from your autoloader. Use Figure 4 as a reference. Figure 4 Removing a Barcode Reader 1 Turn off your autoloader, remove the SCSI cable(s) from the rear panel, and then disconnect the power cord from the outlet. 2 The barcode reader is installed on the rear of the autoloader. Using a flat blade screwdriver, unscrew the two screws that secure the barcode reader to the autoloader. 3 Unplug the barcode reader co

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Contacting ADIC If problems cannot be solved with the aid of this document or if training is desired, contact the ADIC Technical Assistance Center (ATAC). In the USA: 800-827-3822 In Europe and Japan: 00-800-9999-3822 For other contact numbers: www.adic.com/contact To open a Service Request online: www.adic.com/techsup 6 FastStor 2 Installing or Removing a Barcode Reader